Panasonic S1R vs Panasonic FZ80

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FZ80, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the S1R (47MP) and FZ80 (18MP) and the S1R (Full frame) and FZ80 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The S1R was unveiled 2 years later than the FZ80 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic S1R being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the S1R matches up vs the FZ80 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S1R and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic S1R Gallery and Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic S1R comes with outside dimensions of 149mm x 110mm x 97mm (5.9" x 4.3" x 3.8") accompanied by a weight of 1020 grams (2.25 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ80 has proportions of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic S1R and Panasonic FZ80 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the S1R versus the FZ80.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the S1R and FZ80 is 54 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the S1R and FZ80.

Clearly, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The S1R having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic S1R will provide you with extra detail having an extra 29 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics much more aggressively. The more modern S1R is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.